The Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center (BOEC) provides skiing and snowboarding lessons for people with disabilities and other special needs. We host adaptive skiing and snowboarding lessons at Breckenridge, Keystone, Copper Mountain, and Arapahoe Basin ski resorts. BOEC is known for its highly personalized custom skiing and snowboarding experiences. We view skiing and snowboarding as sports that can – and should – be enjoyed by all!

Applications for the 2023-2024 season are now open.

The 2023-2024 BOEC ski season is projected to run from November 24th, 2023 to April 14th, 2024.

Advance reservations for adaptive lessons at all resorts are strongly recommended. Please complete the participant application using the link below.

Please contact us with questions and general inquiries:

• For questions related to the upcoming winter season, please contact the BOEC Ski Office directly at 970-453-5633 or email us at [email protected].
• For questions related to the Winter Volunteer Program please email [email protected].
• General inquiries are encouraged through BOEC’s main line at 970-453-6422 or toll-free at 800-383-2632 (BOEC). Or you can email us at [email protected].
• Individuals requesting an ASL interpreter must provide a minimum of 14 days advance notice from the lesson date.

BOEC lessons are conducted on a personalized basis and include all instruction, on-hill guiding and support, specialized equipment, and a lift ticket for the student.

We teach all disciplines of adaptive skiing, including visually impaired, three-track, four-track, mono-skiing and bi-skiing. Our staff is trained in the latest in adaptive teaching techniques and equipment. Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing instruction are also available.

Our adaptive ski program follows the practices and guidelines set by the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors (AASI).

We offer exciting adaptive ski opportunities for all skier levels, from beginners to experts, over the age of four.

Cancellations made outside of 48 hours from reservation time receive a full refund minus a $20 processing fee. Cancellations made within 48 hours from reservation time will not receive a refund.

Please feel free to contact us via email at [email protected].

BOEC provides a wide range of adaptive techniques and equipment that allow individuals of all backgrounds and abilities to enjoy the fun and freedom that comes with sliding on the snow. Below is a brief breakdown of some of the “disciplines” and corresponding equipment and techniques used at the BOEC.

Thinking about standing up to ski/ride? Have strength, balance and/or range of motion concerns? No sweat, there are plenty of possibilities and strategies that can help make stand up skiing and/or snowboarding a reality.

• 2T, “Two Tracking,” – Two legs, two boots, two skis, but lots of adaptive devices and techniques our instructors can suggest to keep you comfortable, meet your needs and help created a personalized skiing experience.
• Physical and/or cognitive impairments – adaptive devices and techniques can be utilized to help control speed, direction and fatigue of skiing.
• Visual impairments and VI guiding – BOEC has trained staff who can teach and guide skiers with all types of visual impairments (VI bibs, head sets and other adaptive devices area available based on skier/instructor preference).

• 3T, “Three Tracking,” – Skiing on one leg with two handheld outriggers to assist with balance and turning.
• Amputations, atrophy, discomfort and/or range of motion concerns etc.

• 4T, “Four Tracking,” – Two boots, two skis, and two hand-held outriggers.
• • Prosthetics, atrophy, discomfort, balance and/or range of motion concerns etc.

• “Ski-Legs,” “Slider” – Two boots, two skis and an easily adjustable standing frame with separate skis on the legs to assist with balance and control. Note: only used on green terrain.
• Prosthetics, atrophy, fatigue, balance and/or strength concerns

• “Snowboarding” – Two boots, one board and lots of bending over, sitting down and standing up. Interested in sliding on snow, but looking for something different than typical alpine skiing? BOEC also offers adaptive snowboard instruction with a variety of adaptive equipment and techniques to get you up and having a good time.
• Prosthetics, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), foot/ankle discomfort, leg strength/range of motion differential etc.

Feeling concerned about standing up to ski or snowboard? No worries, the BOEC offers a range of “sit-skiing” options which allow individuals to get to rip up the slopes and enjoy the snowy mountains while relying more on core and/or upper body movements and techniques to control turn shape and speed.

• Bi-Ski – Adaptive ski with two skis underneath. Can be used with hand-held outriggers or fixed outriggers. Can be skied independently and/or with an instructor to help control speed and turn shape.
• Amputations, atrophy, Spinal Cord Injury (SCI), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), etc.

• Mono-Ski – Adaptive ski with one ski underneath, must be skied with hand-held outriggers, decent shoulder/arm strength and mobility. Skied independently.
• Amputations, atrophy, Spinal Cord Injury (SCI), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), etc.

• Ski-Bike – Basically a bike frame with skis instead of wheels. We have a variety of different style ski bikes to help meet your wants and needs.
• Amputations, atrophy, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), etc.

*As mentioned above, this is a very brief and basic description of some of the more common adaptive techniques and equipment used. If there is anything in particular you are looking for, or have any questions about equipment, techniques, or the general experience at the BOEC Adaptive Ski and Ride program, please feel free to contact our ski office at 970-453-5633.